1956 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1980 Porsche 930
To start off, 1980 Porsche 930 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Porsche 930 (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1956 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Porsche 930 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1956 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 Jeep CJ5 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Jeep CJ5 | 1980 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Jeep | Porsche |
Model | CJ5 | 930 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1980 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2510 mm |